I love welcoming Springtime. When the unmistakable signs of Spring show up, I always feel the need to go through the long-held ritual of Spring cleaning, or, as I'll put it here - The Rites of Spring. ;-). I love to throw open all the windows on that first fresh Spring day, and go through the house to clear things out, throw things away no longer needed and spend an entire day doing the deep-cleaning to freshen and cleanse my environment. But I also believe it's also a great time to do the same for our inner house. We need to refresh our outlook, clear out the things that are hindering our happiness, and create new habits that benefit our well-being. So I looked up 'Spring Cleaning for the Soul', and found Alison Miller's list of "25 Ways to Nourish Your Spirit". I think it's an excellent list, that reminds me that just the act of becoming more aware and focusing on creating positive change, one feels lighter, brighter and just a bit more in tune with the world. That's a pretty good benefit that makes it worth the effort, don't you think?

Create Rituals Be present and honor your spirit. Hug a tree, swim in the ocean, play with your pets.

Clean Sweep

Take inventory of your life. What are you tolerating that no longer serves your highest good. Where do you need to upgrade? Take action and “step-it-up” in every area of your life: money, relationships, living environment, personal health, and professional development.

Keep CoolRespond rather than reacting. Learn how to manage your anger and emotions. Develop peaceful means to the end.

Protect the EarthHow can you show the Earth that you care? Define your earth ethics. Recycle, re-use, and refrain from buying products that harm the earth. Plant a garden, purchase solar power, and lighten your carbon imprint. ~

Which of these do you think you might try to incorporate into your life?

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Enhance your beauty, style your conscious life. I'm L.A. Designer Stephanie Gale, sharing my passion for mindful sustainable style and beautiful eco conscious living. Join me as I discover all the ways to live well while walking lightly on the earth... and looking great while doing it. All served up with a good dose of organic, fair-trade coffee and dark chocolate.